Smoko at the Pet Food Factory
Frenzal Rhomb · 2011
26 min · 16 tracks · pop-punk
A raucous blend of frenetic punk energy and sharp-witted lyrics packed into brief, explosive tracks.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews for its satirical take on contemporary issues and was well-received within the punk community, reinforcing Frenzal Rhomb's status as a staple of Australian pop-punk. Its title track and others showcase a willingness to tackle controversial subjects while maintaining a humorous edge.
- Career context
- Released in 2011, 'Smoko at the Pet Food Factory' is Frenzal Rhomb's sixth studio album, following their 2006 record 'The Sleepover Disaster'. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the Australian punk scene, known for their irreverent humor and social commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- INXS· Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· Pendulum· Midnight Oil· Crowded House· Silverchair· Eskimo Joe· Powderfinger
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bird Attack 1:14
- 2 Mummy Doesn’t Know You’re a Nazi Standout 1:23
- 3 5000 Cigarettes Standout 1:40
- 4 Cockroach Light Switch 1:26
- 5 Knuckleheads 2:17
- 6 Just Because It’s Soap Doesn’t Mean It’s Clean 1:36
- 7 My Dearest Friend 0:54
- 8 Back to the Suburbs 2:09
- 9 Edward Sausage Fangs 2:32
- 10 Alvarez 1:47
- 11 Hungry Jacks Carpark 1:48
- 12 Snouts in the Trough 1:27
- 13 Dead Celebrity 1:52
- 14 Metrognome 1:22
- 15 When My Baby Smiles at Me I Go to Rehab Standout 1:03
- 16 The Rude Tourist 2:10
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